On Jan. 24, the graduating class of Export Success 2020 began its journey to create export plans, learn how to become masters in exporting abroad and/or fine tune their existing export process. The 10-session course, hosted by the Export Assistance Network at the Small Business Development Center at the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Regional Growth Partnership, is characterized by dedicated student companies and seasoned mentors. Meet some of our mentors and learn how they can assist you in growing your business through exporting overseas:
| Paul Fudacz Partner Braumiller Law paul@braumillerlaw.com 2211 River Road, First Floor Maumee, Ohio 43537 |  |
Paul Fudacz has nearly 30 years of experience in International Trade law. He specializes in customs and import regulatory issues, export controls and licensing, legal audits, supply chain security initiatives and establishing and managing comprehensive regulatory compliance programs.
Prior to joining Braumiller Law Group, he held the position of Senior Counsel, International Trade for a global Fortune 500 vehicular components manufacturer. In that capacity, he was accountable for all aspects of import/export trade compliance.
Paul has special expertise in the areas of HTS classification, anti-dumping and countervailing duties, customs valuation, customs seizures, bilateral and multilateral trade agreements, ACS Reconciliation, C-TPAT, Customs and FTC marking and ISA certification requirements. He also has considerable experience with EAR, ITAR, OFAC, and anti-boycott compliance. Beyond this area of practice, he assists clients in obtaining foreign trademark registrations.
Prior to joining Braumiller Law Group, he held the position of Senior Counsel, International Trade for a global Fortune 500 vehicular components manufacturer. In that capacity, he was accountable for all aspects of import/export trade compliance.
Paul has special expertise in the areas of HTS classification, anti-dumping and countervailing duties, customs valuation, customs seizures, bilateral and multilateral trade agreements, ACS Reconciliation, C-TPAT, Customs and FTC marking and ISA certification requirements. He also has considerable experience with EAR, ITAR, OFAC, and anti-boycott compliance. Beyond this area of practice, he assists clients in obtaining foreign trademark registrations.
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Bob is a partner in the audit and accounting department with over thirty years of public accounting experience and leads the Construction Specialist Team. He has experience in working with clients in various industries from construction, real estate, service, distribution, manufacturing, and nonprofit to name a few.
He can assist companies with transfer pricing, accounting, and tax. He’s a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Institute of Management Accountants, the Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants, Ohio Contractors Association, the Construction Financial Management Association, and The Associated General Contractors of America.
He can assist companies with transfer pricing, accounting, and tax. He’s a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Institute of Management Accountants, the Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants, Ohio Contractors Association, the Construction Financial Management Association, and The Associated General Contractors of America.
| Owen Beck Senior Tax Manager William Vaughan Co. Owen.beck@wvco.com 145 Chesterfield Lane Maumee, Ohio 43537 William Vaughan Co. is a third generation firm. Owen is a Senior Tax Manager who joined the firm in December 2018. He has more than 14 years of experience advising clients on tax planning strategies and business consulting matters. Owen leads the transportation & logistics segment for William Vaughan Company and has also devoted a great deal of time working in the manufacturing & distribution, service, and construction & real estate industries. Owen has significant experience assisting businesses with the complexities of international taxation and merger & acquisition transactions as well. |  |
 | Craig Burns Attorney Marshall & Melhorn burns@marshall-melhorn.com 4 Seagate, 8th Floor Toledo, Ohio 43604 |
Craig is an attorney at Marshall & Melhorn. His clients range from startups to middle market companies to Fortune 500 companies. He combines an extensive business and legal education with a wealth of hands-on experience to create solutions that are innovative, yet practical and cost-effective. He particularly enjoys tackling issues that are out of the ordinary. Rather than telling his client something can’t be done, he finds alternatives, and assesses risks so his client can make an informed business decision.
Craig counsels businesses in strategic matters throughout their lifecycles: startups, capital raises, facility expansions, acquisitions, joint ventures, divestitures, restructurings, and even breakups. He can also assist companies find and manage foreign council.
Craig counsels businesses in strategic matters throughout their lifecycles: startups, capital raises, facility expansions, acquisitions, joint ventures, divestitures, restructurings, and even breakups. He can also assist companies find and manage foreign council.
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LBDS, Inc. is a collaborative consultancy that works with small to medium sized manufacturers who are focused on manufacturing and technology management solutions, data analytics, operations, and business development to enhance organization performance. Some of his expertise is in analytics, planning & forecasting, supply-value chain development, infrastructure design, market research, product development - global sourcing, manufacturing process design, organizational leadership, and much more. Blaine is also a PhD in Manufacturing and Technology Management.
 | Tom Bainbridge Export Assistance Program Manager Ohio Development Services Agency Tom.Bainbridge@development.ohio.gov Ohio Development Services Agency 77 South High Street Columbus, Ohio 43215 Tom is the Program Manager for the Ohio International Market Support Program. This program is available to small and medium-sized enterprises interested in exporting at no-cost. The International Market Support Program works with representatives internationally to provide opportunities for Ohio businesses to increase export sales and create jobs through this program. The in-market representatives assist with providing detailed market research and matchmaking with potential customers. They can also assist with local supply chain information, understand local regulations, local advocacy, leverage local resources, and much more. |
| Steve Zirkel President Blue Everest LLC zirkel@bex.net 4226 Back Ridge Way Monclova, Ohio 43542 Steve works with companies on strategic growth, mergers and acquisitions and anything that he needs to do to take your business to new heights. He’s been successful in establishing vision & strategy, innovating, marketing, selling & launching new global products for several end use markets including: automotive, appliance, chemical / plastics, & building materials. For the past 35 years, he has lead the growth of businesses domestically and around the world with several fortune 500 companies, made acquisitions in Asia and NA, and conducted business in over 30 countries. He has lived in London, England, Tokyo, Japan and has traveled to over 70 countries. |  |
Sabrina D’Onofrio, CGBP, CBA
Director
Toledo Export Assistance Network
Sabrina.donofrio@toledochamber.com
300 Madison Avenue, Suite 200
Toledo, Ohio 43604
D. Paul Zito
VP of International Development
zito@rgp.org
Toledo RGP Northwest Ohio
Two Maritime Plaza
Toledo, Ohio 43604
Sabrina D’Onofrio and Paul Zito are thrilled to have the Export Success class of 2020 underway. Our mentors are a very integral part of what makes this class what it is. We are ever so thankful that these mentors take the time out of their busy days to mentor our student companies in the international aspect of their businesses. Whether the company is new-to-export or a seasoned company, our mentors are phenomenal at what they do.
For this, we thank you!
Director
Toledo Export Assistance Network
Sabrina.donofrio@toledochamber.com
300 Madison Avenue, Suite 200
Toledo, Ohio 43604
D. Paul Zito
VP of International Development
zito@rgp.org
Toledo RGP Northwest Ohio
Two Maritime Plaza
Toledo, Ohio 43604
Sabrina D’Onofrio and Paul Zito are thrilled to have the Export Success class of 2020 underway. Our mentors are a very integral part of what makes this class what it is. We are ever so thankful that these mentors take the time out of their busy days to mentor our student companies in the international aspect of their businesses. Whether the company is new-to-export or a seasoned company, our mentors are phenomenal at what they do.
For this, we thank you!
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